East Haven, Connecticut
1944 - 2001
Anthony Joseph "Tony D" DeFrancesco, 56, a 6-year resident of East Haven, Connecticut, vice president and service director of Pontiac of Ansonia for 30 years, died at his home on Wednesday, January 24, 2001, following a long illness. Calling hours are scheduled for Friday, January 26, 2001, 4-8 p.m., at Spadaccino Funeral Home, 499 Washington Avenue, Bridgeport, Connecticut. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, January 27, 9:30 a.m., at St. Claire Church, 234 Coe Avenue, East Haven. Interment will be at St. Michael Cemetery, Stratford. Memorial donations are appreciated to Fr. McGivney Center for Cancer, 1415 Chapel Street, New Haven, CT 06511 or Connecticut Hospital, 61 Burban Drive, Branford, CT 06405. Arrangements entrusted to Spadaccino Funeral Home, Bridgeport, Connecticut.
Dear Linda and Family
My heartfelt condolences and prayers are with you at this time. I was lucky enough to have worked for Tony for 5 years. He was honestly one of the greatest men I have ever known. He always had a kind word or laugh, and a whole bunch of love, especially for his family. He will truly be missed. God Bless you and your family at this difficult time.
Michele Sampiere
February 23, 2001 | Stratford, CT
Linda
My deepest sympathy goes to you and your family. While I don't think we ever met I have admired Tony for years for his love of life and vibrance. I marched with Tony for a number of years with the Alumi and dealt with him many times at Cherney.He was a great man who made everyone better who knew him. The only console in all of this is Tony is in a better place.
Dave Judd
February 23, 2001 | Wolcott, CT
Linda and family,
I am sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you always. If you need anything at all let me know.
Roy
Roy Gagne
February 05, 2001 | Danbury, CT
I am sorry to hear about the loss of Tony. As a young boy growing up in the early 70's, I always have fond memories of Tony and your family being so caring and so friendly towards me.
I pray that God will carry you thru this most difficult time.
My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Robert Tyer Jr
February 03, 2001 | Trumbull, CT
Dear Linda and Family,
Our Deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Ken and I will truly miss Tony, he was a great friend and will always be in our hearts.
Ken & Carolyn Roshkowski
January 31, 2001 | Tolland, CT
We are saddened to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Bryan, Terri (Schrader), Andrew & Daniel Criss
January 30, 2001 | Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Dear Linda & Family,
Our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Wishes for your tears to be replaced by fondest memories.
Mariann and Jim Wild
Mariann Wild
January 30, 2001 | New Fairfield, CT
Please accept our deepest sympathy. We spent the entire weekend fondly remembering the good times our families shared together. Please take care of each other.
Mr.& Mrs. S
Ray & Kathy Schrader
January 29, 2001 | Parkersburg, WV
Linda & girls,
Bob & I were very sorry to hear of Tony's passing. He was a sweet man and a good boss and will be remembered with a smile.
Sincerely,
Bob & Diane Tribunella
Bob Tribunella
January 29, 2001 | Arlington, TX
